Veterinary Supplies


The vast array of supplies needed by a veterinarian on a daily basis is immense and it often depends on the types of situations and animals that the vet may encounter on any particular day. Since this is never predictable, a veterinarian must be prepared for all situations and all animals within the range of their care. Not only will they need utensils for every possible injury, but they will need antibiotics, vitamins and food for many different types of animals.

Different Types of Supplies for Different Types of Problems

There are so many products and supplies used by veterinarians it is hardly possible to talk about them all, but some of the most common ones are:
  • Wound Care Antibiotics often encompass gels, oils, and ointments to be used externally on or in the wounds the animal has obtained.

  • Expectorants and Breathing Aids are often used on horses to assist in relief and treatment of damage caused by pollutants and contaminants, restricted and swollen air passages, bronchial congestion or coughs due to throat irritation. These breathing aids may also help cats and dogs with upper respiratory conditions.

  • De-wormers are used when your animal has come in contact with or in some other way obtained a tape worm, heart worms or various other types of worms.

  • Identification Techniques are used to keep track of and identify your animal. Whether you use the common technique of collar and tag or the more recently popular microchip it's important to be able to keep tabs on your pet.

  • Joint Supplements are used on animals that are either in pain from arthritis due to age, or have had a joint injury for which they need pain relief or strengthening.

  • Hygiene and Deodorizers can consist of products for your pet or for your home and include oral hygiene products as well as ear cleaners
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Pet Food encompasses the vast array of foods for all different types of pets, young and old, big and small from fish to horses and everything in-between. If you're searching for protein rich foods, or foods high in vitamins and minerals or foods specifically for baby animals the selection that is available on the market is sure to fit your needs. Veterinarians often carry specialty brands not available over the counter or at any pet store or supermarket.

Pest Control Products usually refers to flea and tick products to either protect your animal before coming in contact with these pests, or to get rid of them once it already has. The products available for use vary from collars to mists to shampoos and some products that are even further advanced.

Other Supplies Used by Veterinarians

Some other supplies used by veterinarians on a regular basis are pharmaceutical products, vaccines, gloves, exam room utensils, operation room utensils, orthopedic products, uniforms, garments, X-ray materials and office supplies.

If you are a veterinarian or a veterinary assistant looking for a larger variety of sources to find and purchase products form, there are many sites on the web that can accommodate you. If you are just a pet owner looking for more information on products available to your pet to suit its needs you might be in search of even more information and here are a few links that might help.

By Elysse Kimberlin           


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